Asked by Muhammad Hafiž on Jul 19, 2024

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Pitch, tempo, tonality and rhythm are examples of:

A) received pronunciation.
B) illocution.
C) utterances.
D) paralinguistic cues.

Paralinguistic Cues

Non-verbal elements of communication used to modify meaning or convey emotion, such as tone of voice, facial expressions, and gestures.

Pitch

The perception of the frequency of a sound, allowing us to distinguish between high and low sounds.

Tempo

The speed at which a piece of music is played or the pace of any activity.

  • Analyze the role of paralinguistic cues in communication.
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Boahen IsaacJul 25, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Pitch, tempo, tonality, and rhythm are all aspects of how something is said rather than what is said, making them paralinguistic cues. These cues can convey emotion, emphasis, or other contextual information beyond the literal meaning of words.